30 Inspiring Writing Quotes from Famous Authors

When you're feeling stuck on your novel, an important thing is to remember that we've allbeen through there in the past. That's right, even the J.K Rowling's and Ernest Hemingway's of this world. Which is why it's always such a good idea to turn to your most famous peers for inspiration.

Over the past few years, we've dedicated many of our tweets to sharing the writing quotes of some of our favorite authors. So we thought: why not get all these wonderful snippets of advice together in one place? This is what this post is all about: a fountain of writing wisdom.

So whether you're looking for inspiration, writing tips, or are just curious about what your your favorite author has to say about the craft of writing, take a look through these famous authors' quotes.

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